Nova Gorica, Slovenia 🇸🇮
#1650
45.958054, 13.64747
Nomad Score:
67%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
72%
Weight: 150
Moderately priced compared to Western Europe, with good value for money in most categories.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Affordable rental prices, especially for long-term stays, but can vary based on location.
🍎 Food & Groceries
70%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are reasonable, and local markets offer fresh produce at good prices.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and affordable, with good connectivity throughout the city.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
68%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are reasonably priced, with a mix of free and paid activities available.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
75%
Weight: 10
Affordable gym memberships with a variety of fitness options available.
💱 Currency Stability
85%
Weight: 30
The Euro is stable, providing a reliable currency for transactions.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
83%
Weight: 100
Good internet speed with widespread availability of high-speed connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
60%
Weight: 40
A few coworking spaces exist, but options are limited compared to larger cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
78%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, making it easy to work remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
70%
Weight: 30
Several cafes cater to remote workers, though not as many as in larger cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
45%
Weight: 100
Still emerging as a digital nomad destination, with a smaller community.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
A relaxed lifestyle with a good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Generally good environmental quality, with efforts to maintain green spaces.
🧼 Cleanliness
80%
Weight: 10
The city is well-maintained and clean, contributing to a pleasant living environment.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
Slovene is the primary language, but many locals speak English, especially the younger generation.
💨 Air Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Good air quality, benefiting from the surrounding natural environment.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
80%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare services available, with modern facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is generally affordable, especially for EU citizens.
🏥 Healthcare
80%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare system with access to specialists.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
60%
Weight: 80
Mild winters and warm summers, but can be rainy in the fall.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, making it a safe place to live.
🏞️ Green Spaces
75%
Weight: 10
Plenty of parks and green areas for relaxation and outdoor activities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Not commonly used in homes, but available in some public spaces.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Experiences four distinct seasons, offering a variety of activities year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
70%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with various events and festivals throughout the year.
🌃 Nightlife
65%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife scene with a mix of bars and clubs, but not as vibrant as larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
80%
Weight: 15
Access to beautiful natural landscapes and outdoor activities, including hiking and biking.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language courses available, but opportunities to learn through immersion.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, showcasing the region's history and culture.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, but some museums and galleries exist.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
70%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options with a mix of traditional and international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
60%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available, catering to different styles and levels.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
75%
Weight: 15
Good variety of fitness facilities, including gyms and sports centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of healthy food options in restaurants and grocery stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
CET time zone can be challenging for some remote workers, depending on their clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
55%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities compared to larger cities, but some events do occur.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Fewer remote job opportunities available, with a focus on local employment.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
45%
Weight: 20
Emerging freelance ecosystem, but still developing compared to larger hubs.
🏢 Coworking Quality
60%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces available but with varying quality and amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
50%
Weight: 15
Growing startup scene, but not as established as in major tech cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Widely accepted payment methods, including cards and mobile payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies in the local economy.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
65%
Weight: 30
Decent connectivity with nearby airports, but limited international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
75%
Weight: 20
Reliable public transit system, making it easy to navigate the city.
🚶 Walkability
80%
Weight: 20
Highly walkable city with pedestrian-friendly areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing options available, with traditional taxis being more common.
🚲 Cycling
70%
Weight: 10
Cycling is popular, with some dedicated bike lanes and paths.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
65%
Weight: 15
Good intercity travel options via train and bus, connecting to major cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Some rental options available, but not as widespread as in larger cities.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good mobile network coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
Generally reliable VPN services available, with good internet infrastructure.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
85%
Weight: 15
Stable power grid with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Some public WiFi available, but not as extensive as in larger cities.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Visa processes are relatively straightforward for EU citizens and some others.
📊 Tax Friendliness
60%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates, with some incentives for startups and freelancers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
75%
Weight: 15
Generally good freedom of speech, with a vibrant media landscape.
🏛️ Political Stability
80%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment, contributing to a safe living experience.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
65%
Weight: 15
Relatively easy to open a bank account, especially for EU citizens.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Business registration can be bureaucratic, but manageable.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
40%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Emerging as a nomad-friendly city, but still developing infrastructure.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
45%
Weight: 25
Limited events and meetups for digital nomads, but some are starting to emerge.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
50%
Weight: 20
Growing online community presence, but still small compared to larger hubs.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
85%
Weight: 100
Generally very safe, with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
80%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society, though some cultural differences may exist.